The Drama Unfolds as Matty Healy’s Mom Digs at Taylor Swift

In an unexpected and jaw-dropping moment, Denise Welch, the mother of Taylor Swift’s ex-boyfriend Matty Healy, launched a scathing attack on the pop superstar during her appearance on Bravo TV’s Watch What Happens Live on Thursday night. Welch, known for her bold, no-holds-barred commentary, shocked the audience with her candid and, at times, uncomfortable remarks about Swift.

The 67-year-old English actress and presenter was appearing on the show after a chance encounter with host Andy Cohen on Loose Women, where Cohen promised to invite her on WWHL. What followed was a tense, high-stakes conversation where Welch didn’t mince words about her thoughts on the pop queen’s most recent work, The Tortured Poets Department — an album that fans have speculated is loaded with details from Swift’s brief and highly publicized romance with Healy.

Denise Welch Doesn’t Hold Back

As the show’s host, Cohen, dug into Welch about her feelings on Swift’s album, which fans believe may include songs about Healy, the actress’s tone turned icy. Cohen probed about how Welch felt when The Tortured Poets Department dropped, especially considering the relationship between Swift and her son had been so short-lived. Swift had already moved on from Healy to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, but the fallout from the romance was far from over.

Denise Welch, however, wasted no time before taking a jab at the singer. “Obviously, on pain of death can I talk about that episode, but being her mother-in-law is a role that I am glad that I lost,” she said, sending the audience into a shocked silence. The comment seemed to come out of nowhere, and it was clear that Welch wasn’t holding anything back.

Though her words took many by surprise, Welch quickly attempted to clarify her stance, adding, “Not that I have anything against her at all!” The backpedaling, however, did little to smooth things over. It was already clear that the tension between Swift and Welch was palpable, and the public’s scrutiny of Swift’s relationships — especially the one with Healy — had become the elephant in the room.

Denise vs. Swifties: A War of Words?

Things took a dramatic turn when Welch accused Swift’s fans, commonly known as “Swifties,” of attacking anyone who dares criticize the pop star. “You’re not allowed to say anything, and then she writes a whole album about it,” Welch remarked, suggesting that Swift had no issue airing out the details of her relationships through her music while simultaneously silencing critics with her loyal fanbase.

For those watching, it was the ultimate irony: While Swift often uses her relationships as material for chart-topping albums, it seemed as though no one, including her ex’s family members, were allowed to comment on the breakup without facing a barrage of backlash from her fans.

Welch, however, didn’t hold back when speaking about her son’s reaction to all of this. “Matty’s taking it all in good grace,” she said, adding that her son, the frontman of The 1975, was very much “moved on” from the drama. Welch went on to say that Healy was “very happy with his amazing fiancée Gabriella,” a model and singer who performs under the name Gabbriette. “She’s gorgeous,” Welch added with a sly smile, seemingly taking a subtle dig at Swift’s tumultuous relationship history.

The audience, caught between Welch’s criticism of Swift and her attempts to calm the waters, was left in suspense. Was this truly the end of the saga, or was Welch’s interview just another chapter in a highly publicized drama that had only just begun?

The Explosive History Between Swift and Healy

To understand the full weight of Welch’s comments, one must look back at the whirlwind romance between Taylor Swift and Matty Healy, a relationship that made headlines for its rapid rise and equally fast fall. The two first met years ago when Swift attended a The 1975 concert in Los Angeles with friends Selena Gomez and Ellie Goulding. From that point on, the two stars moved in and out of each other’s orbits — with rumors of a romantic connection swirling long before they officially confirmed their short-lived relationship in May 2023.

Their romance, however, was marred by controversy when Healy found himself embroiled in a scandal over offensive remarks he made about rapper Ice Spice on a popular comedy podcast. The fallout from these comments led to a backlash from Swift’s loyal fanbase, who immediately called for her to end things with Healy. The relationship ended soon after, leaving fans and media alike in shock. What was supposed to be a fairytale romance quickly turned into a cautionary tale of public scrutiny, with Swift’s music now rumored to have been influenced by this tumultuous chapter.

The Tortured Poets Department: An Album Full of Secrets?

The release of The Tortured Poets Department was met with frenzy among Swift’s fans, who immediately began dissecting every song, searching for clues about the relationship between Swift and Healy. Songs like loml, I Can Fix Him (No I Really Can), Guilty as Sin?, and Fresh Out the Slammer were particularly scrutinized, with fans believing they were inspired by the heartbreak of Swift’s romance with Healy.

But was the album just about Healy? Some believe that it was a reflection of her breakup with long-time boyfriend Joe Alwyn as well, adding more layers of complexity to the emotional weight of the songs. But one thing was clear: The Tortured Poets Department wasn’t just a collection of tracks — it was a musical confession, one that left fans wondering whether it was aimed at Healy, Alwyn, or both.

Moving On: Is There Closure?

Despite the drama, Welch insists that both she and her son have moved on from the public spectacle. “We’ve moved on,” she said. Whether or not the world will follow suit is still uncertain. With the ever-growing interest in Swift’s relationships and the public’s fascination with her love life, it seems that the final chapter has yet to be written.

As for Matty Healy, Welch confirmed that he was content in his personal life, happily engaged to Gabbriette. This was, at least for now, a signal that Healy had found peace after the media frenzy surrounding his brief romance with Swift.

What’s Next?

As for Taylor Swift, her fans will likely continue to decode every lyric, hoping to uncover hidden messages. But one thing is certain: Denise Welch’s comments have added yet another layer of complexity to an already dramatic tale. Will this spark a feud between Swift and Healy’s family? Or is this just another bump in the road for the pop icon, who has proven time and time again that no amount of controversy can stop her from reaching the top?

Stay tuned. The drama between Taylor Swift, Matty Healy, and their respective families is far from over.